Dr. Syras Derksen

05/12/2020

Dr. Syras Derksen is a Winnipeg Psychologist who is dedicated to helping you reach your goals. Right now he is offering secure video-chat therapy sessions and in-person sessions to clients. You can book your video-chat counselling session through phone or our online portal.

This online portal for booking may not be available for long, but is an extra convenience we have added during this season of change. For those of you who are interested in an in-person session, please call into the office at 204-201-0751. If you are looking for a Winnipeg therapist, we hope that you choose Dr. Syras to help you through your challenge. We also hope that you and your family are safe and healthy through this challenging time.

Visit https://drsyrasderksen.com to book your appointment today!

03/23/2020

We are now asking clients to have their sessions through video chat or by phone. You can still book your sessions by phone or online. If you book online, please list what video-chat service you prefer or if you would like to connect by phone.

03/17/2020

Dr. Derksen is seeing clients in-person. Our clinic takes health seriously and we have a number of new practices in the office to keep clients safe. We are also practicing new social distancing protocols. For example, our seating arrangements in-session allow for 6 feet between clients and Dr. Derksen.We also ask that if you are sick or have travelled recently that you contact our office to rebook or arrange an online session (e.g., Google Hangouts, Facetime, Skype etc.).

If you have any questions please call 204-201-0751

Thank you,

01/15/2020

The Anxiety Clinic is offering its next group starting Monday February 17rd, 2020!

In this group you will discovering what triggers your anxiety and worry, learn skills to manage your anxiety and panic attacks, and find joy in the simple pleasures of life.

Location: 200-701 Pembina Hwy, Winnipeg
Start Date: January 13, 2020, 7pm-9pm
Contact: Please call 204-515-6433 to reserve your spot.

Website: https://www.winnipeganxietytherapists.com

01/10/2020

Dr. Derksen is on 680 CJOB with Hal Anderson today. Tune in at 2:30 as they chat about reading emotions, mindfulness and the dark side of supportive relationships.

01/10/2020

Are your implementing New Years Resolutions? How is that going?

...and finding the right mindset to fight back.

11/08/2019

Hal Anderson and Dr. Derksen will be chatting today at 2:30 on 680 CJOB
Topics include personality disorders, learning the most when we fail 15% of the time, teens and social media, and thinking good thoughts!

Tune in at 2:30 on 680 CJOB!

11/07/2019

Dr. Syras Derksen and Hal Anderson will be chatting on 680 CJOB Friday at 2:30. Tune in to see what they have to say!

11/05/2019

How are our brains shield us from death. See what Dr. Derksen and Hal Anderson at CJOB had to say

CJOB Host: Hal Anderson

11/01/2019

Why Do We Resit Change? Click on the link to listen to the discussion on CJOB with Hal Anderson and find out what Dr. Syras Derksen has to say!

CJOB Host: Hal Anderson

10/29/2019

Hal Anderson and Dr. Syras Derksen talking about Mental Resilience being a taught skill

CJOB Host: Hal Anderson

10/23/2019

Millenial Burnout, what is it? How do I combat it?
Dr. Syras Derksen visits CTV news to talk about youth mental health! Depression has increased significantly over the decades and our ways of communicating have changed as well. Listen to the clip to see how this has affected workplaces, how social media has changed perceptions, and some tips on having a good day off!

Dr. Syras Derksen breaks down the numbers behind Millenial and Generation Z burnout, and shares tips to prevent and treat the issue.

10/22/2019

Dr. Derksen on CJOB radio with Host Hal Anderson

CJOB Host: Hal Anderson

10/22/2019

Can ADHD be diagnosed in Girls to? Are the symptoms the same?

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is one of the world’s most common childhood disorders, with an estimated prevalence of 5.29%. It is also a highly misunderstood neurodevelopmental...

10/21/2019

https://www.drsyrasderksen.com/blog/are-psychological-assessments-as-accurate-as-medical-tests

Are psychological assessments as accurate as medical tests? It turns out that psychological tests are as and often more accurate.

10/18/2019

What is a learning disorder?

Learning disabilities are disorders that affect one's ability in the domains of spoken or written language, mathematical calculation, attention, or the coordination of movements. They can occur in young children but are usually not recognized until a child reaches school age. An estimated 8 to 10 pe...

10/17/2019

https://www.psychologytoday.com/ca/conditions/autism-spectrum-disorder

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a developmental disorder that involves impairments in social interaction and communication, challenges with sensory processing, and repetitive behaviors. The term "spectrum" reflects the fact that symptoms vary across different individuals, ranging in type and sever...

10/15/2019

What should I do if my child is struggling academically?

If your child has been bringing home bad test grades, or excels at some subjects while doing poorly in others, you might be at a loss for what to do. Trying to convince them to do their homework can...